Normally, elaborate abstract pipes hold no interest for me. Im more of a traditional shape guy. But man, that is a gorgeous pipe. I could see myself buying two or three pipes of that craftsmanship and price in my lifetime, saved as special occasion burners. Lovely work there.
But of course, thats based on my current income. The oilfield won't be here forever, and the day will come when I can't even consider such a pipe. I rarely spend large sums of money on frivolities like that, but while I got the dough, its fun to consider the options.